Club Brugge 2 Newcastle 2

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew made eight changes as the Magpies attempted to edge closer to the knock-out stages of the Europa League in Belgium.

Newcastle 1 Club Brugge 0

Shay Given established a new Republic of Ireland record when he won his 109th senior cap against Norway this evening.

GEORGE BURLEY believes a place in next summer’s World Cup finals is still possible despite Scotland’s 4-0 thrashing by Norway which leaves them needing to win their final two Group Nine games if they are to have any hope of a play-off spot.